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NCC Group plc ( (GB:NCC) ) just unveiled an update.
NCC Group plc has continued its share buyback programme, repurchasing 472,000 ordinary shares on 2 March 2026 via Investec Bank at prices between 126.80p and 131.20p, with a volume‑weighted average of 128.7881p. The company intends to cancel these shares, bringing total buybacks under the programme to 12,891,272 shares and reducing the issued share capital to 302,336,633 shares with no treasury holdings.
Separately, NCC Group confirmed under U.K. takeover rules that it currently has 305,140,485 ordinary shares in issue, all carrying one voting right, and reiterated that it holds no shares in treasury. The ongoing buyback and planned cancellations signal active capital management that is likely to enhance earnings per share and could strengthen shareholder value and the group’s market positioning in the cyber security sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:NCC) stock is a Hold with a £135.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on NCC Group plc stock, see the GB:NCC Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:NCC Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:NCC is a Neutral.
NCC Group plc’s overall stock score is primarily influenced by its financial performance, which shows strong cash flow management and a stable balance sheet despite revenue and profitability challenges. Technical analysis indicates neutral momentum, while valuation suggests the stock may be overvalued. The absence of earnings call data and corporate events means these factors do not impact the score.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:NCC stock, click here.
More about NCC Group plc
NCC Group plc is a U.K.-listed cyber security and risk mitigation specialist focused on assurance, software escrow and managed security services. The company serves corporate and public sector clients that require protection of critical information assets, resilience against cyber threats and compliance with evolving security and data regulations in global markets.
Average Trading Volume: 1,756,764
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: £376.1M
For detailed information about NCC stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.